Veteran services at Memorial Crematory
Memorial Crematory serves veteran families in Columbus, MS with military funeral planning. In their own words: "Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory assists families in securing veteran benefits and arranging services that honor military service." On-site amenities include large chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $5,495 for basic burial and $2,455 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
Veteran-related services offered include cremation services, veterans services, memorial service, and graveside service. Each service is coordinated with the family and, where applicable, with the deceased's last unit or branch honor detail.
On-site facilities of note include large chapel. These spaces accommodate full military honors details, family gatherings before and after the service, and the placement of the United States flag during the visitation period.
Published pricing at Memorial Crematory: direct cremation from $2,895. That places direct cremation roughly 45% above the Mississippi median ($1,995). Veterans who served on active duty for at least 24 months may qualify for VA burial allowance to offset funeral costs — this home accepts assignment of those benefits where eligible.
The nearest VA national cemetery is Biloxi National Cemetery in MS, approximately 69 miles from Memorial Crematory. Memorial Crematory can coordinate transport, scheduling with the cemetery's interment office, and the timing of military honors with the receiving committal shelter.
Mississippi has approximately 385 licensed funeral homes serving its population, of which a subset specifically lists military funeral honors and VA benefits assistance among their services. Memorial Crematory is among them.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Memorial Crematory cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,895. Eligible veterans can offset these costs with a VA burial allowance, and burial in a VA national cemetery is provided at no charge.
Where is Memorial Crematory located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Memorial Crematory is located at 800 Hwy. 182 W in Columbus, MS. You can reach the home at (662) 328-4432. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Memorial Crematory offer veteran families?
Memorial Crematory provides immediate need, traditional services, cremation services, veterans services, personalization, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Memorial Crematory help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory assists families in securing veteran benefits and arranging services that honor military service.
Which faith traditions does Memorial Crematory accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Baptist, Methodist, Catholic, Episcopal, Jewish families, among others.
What sets Memorial Crematory apart
- Independently owned and operated since 1893, with over 125 years of continuous operation in Columbus and Lowndes County.
- Operates Lowndes County's first on-site crematory, providing comprehensive cremation services.
- Staff includes multiple award-winning licensed funeral directors and embalmers, recognized by the Mississippi Funeral Directors Association.
- Offers specialized Veterans Services, assisting with benefits and ceremonial arrangements.
- Provides extensive grief support resources, including specific guidance for children and online tools.
- Offers Family Shield Credit for financial assistance with funeral expenses.
Military & veteran services offered
Burial & cremation services
Burial
- · Graveside Service
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations & specializations
Industry affiliations
- · Mississippi Funeral Directors Association
- · National Funeral Directors Association
- · Columbus Exchange Club
- · Columbus Kiwanis Club
- · Columbus Masonic Lodge No. 5
- · Mississippi Association of Chiefs of Police
- · Columbus Civitan Club
- · Recovery House
Specializations
- · Life Celebrants
- · Family Shield Credit
Religious traditions & languages
Religious traditions accommodated: Baptist, Methodist, Catholic, Episcopal, Jewish.
EverSettled · After the Veteran Funeral
The veteran's spouse may qualify for VA Dependency & Indemnity Compensation.
DIC is a tax-free monthly benefit for surviving spouses, dependent children, and (in some cases) parents of veterans whose death is service-connected. EverSettled walks veteran families through DIC eligibility, survivor pension, life-insurance claims, probate, and the federal-account paperwork that follows.
Begin Veteran Estate SettlementHow honors are coordinated
Military funeral honors are guaranteed at no cost for any veteran discharged under conditions other than dishonorable. The funeral home arranges the honors detail by contacting the deceased's last unit or the nearest active-duty installation of the appropriate branch and submitting the DD-214 to verify eligibility.
For requests less than 72 hours from service time, families can call the Department of Defense's expedited honors line at 1-877-MIL-HONR (1-877-645-4667). See the full honors protocol.